Procurement Manager, Metal Fabrication and Steel

Job Location:

Duluth, GA;
Beloit, KS;
Hesston, KS;
Jackson, MN

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Lead procurement for Metal Fabrication and Steel, managing a team of 2 buyers and 90 suppliers across U.S. sites, with $50M annual spend. Drive cost reduction, supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery), and negotiations for production and NPI. Develop and execute supplier and category strategies, including LCC initiatives (India/China). Requires strong expertise in metal fabrication/steel or direct materials procurement, along with strong analytical, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Your Impact

* Develop and execute sub-category sourcing strategies aligned with the overall category plan;
Reach Cost savings targets conducting market research and supplier benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities;

* Identify best sources for part quotation, assuring RFX on time/cost/delivery selecting best supplier for AGCO needs;
Develop purchase bids for multiple projects while interacting with internal stakeholders (engineering, quality, logistics, manufacturing, etc.);

* Take the lead for Long Term Agreements managing supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings, optimize payment terms, and drive value creation;

* As "one face to the supplier", lead the negotiations for all regions on behalf of the global team and special for China and India.

* Lead a team of 2 buyers, one located in the United States and the other in Brazil. Develop and implement sub-categories strategy for NA within Metal Fabrication and Steel categories.

Your Experience and Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Engineering preferred).

* Fluent English communication skills (mandatory).

* Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

* Minimum 7 years of hands-on, results-driven purchasing and negotiation experience.

* Strong interpersonal skills and mandatory experience in Metal Fabrication and Steel categories.

Your Benefits

* Health care and wellness plans

* Dental and vision plans

* 401(k) Savings Plan with company match

* Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible employees the ability to purchase AGCO stock at a discounted price

* Paid holidays and paid time off

* Health savings and flexible spending accounts

* Reimbursement for continuing education

* Life insurance and other supplemental insurance plans

Your Workplace

This role follows AGCO's on‑site work model, with employees primarily working from an AGCO location for 4 days per week to support collaboration and teamwork.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers. Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives.

Join our extraordinary team today and apply now!

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